NEWS & EVENTS – SSUCHY NEXT

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Why do wind turbines need new materials?

As wind energy expands across Europe, researchers are exploring how new materials could make wind turbine blades more sustainable, circular and resilient. From natural fibres to innovative manufacturing processes, the challenge is to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining the mechanical performance required for demanding structural applications. Why look

SSUCHY-Next 5th Consortium Meeting: Two days of progress and collaboration in Besançon

SSUCHY-Next partners gathered in Besançon, France, on 22 and 23 September 2026 for the project’s 5th Consortium Meeting, hosted by Université Marie et Louis Pasteur (UMLP) and FEMTO-ST. Over two days, partners reviewed the latest technical progress across the project, visited local research facilities and worked together on the next

Meet the people behind SSUCHY-Next: our Work Package Leader campaign

Who is driving SSUCHY-Next forward? Between late June and early September 2026, our Work Package Leader campaign introduced the people coordinating the project’s key activities, from hemp fibres and bio-based resins to large-scale demonstrators, sustainability, communication and exploitation. Through a series of short interviews, the eight Work Package Leaders shared

A look back at SSUCHY-Next’s key moments in 2026

From Paris to Oslo and across the Atlantic to Indianapolis, SSUCHY-Next was on the move in 2026. Through exhibitions, scientific conferences and consortium meetings across Europe and internationally, project partners shared their latest developments in high-performance, bio-based composites. These events brought the project into contact with industrial stakeholders, researchers and

Inside a composite: How resin turns fibres into high-performance materials

Composite materials are all around us, from cars and building panels to boats and sports equipment. Their principle is simple: combining materials with different properties can create a new material that performs better than either component alone. A fibre-reinforced composite contains two main elements: reinforcing fibres and a polymer

From fields to composites: The growing potential of hemp fibres

From agriculture to advanced materials, hemp fibres are becoming part of Europe’s transition toward more circular industries. As climate challenges intensify and industries search for lower-impact materials, the qualities of hemp fibre are gaining renewed attention across Europe. In 2024, hemp cultivation already covered more than 51,000 hectares

SSUCHY-Next on the move: a strong presence across Europe in March 2026

March 2026 was a particularly active and visible month for the SSUCHY-Next project, with participation in three major international events dedicated to bio-based materials, composites and the circular bioeconomy. From Paris to Brussels, the project showcased its latest developments, connected with key stakeholders and reinforced its position within the European bio-based ecosystem. JEC World 2026 – Showcasing innovation at the heart of the composites industry From 10 to 12 March 2026, SSUCHY-Next was present at JEC World in Paris, the leading global event for composite materials. Located in the Bio-Materials Village

SSUCHY-Next showcases its bio-based demonstrators at JEC World 2026

From 10 to 12 March 2026, SSUCHY-Next will present its latest bio-based composite innovations at JEC World 2026 (Hall 5 – Stand 5B74, Bio-Materials Village). At the heart of the booth: industrial semi-products, advanced textile reinforcements, laboratory-validated material specimens, durability assessments and full-scale structural demonstrators. Together, they illustrate how hemp fibres and

A look back at the highlights of SSUCHY-Next in 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, it is time to look back on a year marked by active engagement and growing visibility for the SSUCHY-Next project. Over the year, project partners took part in a wide range of industrial events, scientific conferences, and academic initiatives across Europe. These moments provided

SSUCHY-Next consortium holds successful first general assembly

The SSUCHY-Next project consortium gathered in Saint-Valery-en-Caux, located in Haute-Normandie, for its second official meeting on Tuesday, March 18, and Wednesday, March 19, 2025. The meeting served as a opportunity for partners to assess progress, exchange insights, and discuss the next steps in the ambitious project aimed at advancing bio-based

The SSUCHY-Next website is online

Following the launch of the SSUCHY-Next project, we are pleased to introduce its dedicated website, complementing our LinkedIn page and various communication materials.

SSUCHY-Next : The first press release is online !

“From hemp fields and bio-based resin precursors to fully bio-based composites and beyond!” It’s official : the SSUCHY-Next project has issued its first press release, marking the start of a new innovation journey in bio-based composites production.

SSUCHY-Next was officially launched in September 2024

SSUCHY-Next, which brings together 17 key European actors, was successfully launched in September 2024, in Leuven (Belgium). The kick-off meeting was the opportunity for the partners to meet in person and chart a course for the coming 4 years of work.